The purpose of the Parish Formation Team is to accompany parish staff and volunteer leaders, help them prayerfully discern Jesus’ unique plan for renewal in their parishes, and then empower them to respond to that call.
We come with no pre-packaged programs or one-size-fits-all plans for parish renewal. Every parish has its own unique strengths and challenges, which means that the plan for renewal and evangelization will be different for each one.
We believe that when pastors and parish leaders make evangelization and discipleship a priority – when they live in their identity as missionary disciples – then they can be a powerful source of renewal in their parish.
HOW WE CAN HELP
Here are just some of the ways that we can help your parish staff and key volunteer leaders:
Consultation
We can be a sounding board as you wrestle with a problem in your parish, and we can help you brainstorm solutions.
Half-Day, Full-Day, or Multiple-Day Retreats
Retreats are a great way for a parish staff or team of parish leaders to:
- Build trust and team cohesion
- Spiritually refresh and renew themselves
- Take a deep-dive into a spiritual or theological topic
- Prayerfully discern how Jesus is calling them to renew their parish
We can lead a retreat on your parish campus, or we can organize a retreat off-campus.
Parish Leader Formation
We can provide formation, guidance, and resources for individual leaders or groups of leaders who are looking to fill in gaps in their knowledge or who are looking for ways to better fulfill the responsibilities of their ministry.
Mentorship
Let’s walk this journey together! When we get isolated and alone in ministry, that’s when we burn out. Our team members are available to accompany you as you fulfill your parish ministry. We can meet as often as you need. We’re here for you.
If none of this is what you’re looking for, please contact us! We want to know what help looks like for you.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday
29
July
Light the Match is a two-day workshop for theological and pedagogical formation for parish evangelists. These two days will include breakout sessions for new evangelists, youth evangelists, adult evangelists, and […]
Dayton Metro Library, Main Branch,
215 E 3rd St
Dayton, OH 45402 United States
+ Google MapDayton, OH 45402 United States
Friday
16
August
Restaura tu alma, encuentra tu valor y calma tu afán, mientras Nuestro Señor Jesucristo te acoge en Su regazo. En estos tres días de reflexión tendrás la oportunidad de acercarte […]
Spiritual Center of Montezuma,
6731 SR-219
Celina, OH 45866 United States
+ Google MapCelina, OH 45866 United States
Saturday
17
August
St. Susanna Catholic Church August 17, 2024 8:00 am – 12:00 pm 616 Reading Rd. Mason, OH 45040 Cost: $30 per family Co-hosted by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and St. […]
St. Susanna Catholic Church,
616 Reading Rd.
Mason, OH 45040 United States
+ Google MapMason, OH 45040 United States
CONTACT US
Nicholas Hardesty
Adult Evangelization, RCIA
Nicholas Hardesty
Adult Evangelization, RCIA
Email
nhardesty@catholicaoc.org
